Review: Shadow Bound

Shadow Bound by Erin Kellison

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


I received this book almost 10 years ago. I'm not sure why I waited so long to finally read it. The start of the story is intriguing as we learn about a creature sort of known as death who finds himself enamored of an artist who is dying. Their forbidden interlude sets off a chain of events that cause chaos in the world. Rules broken means that others can also break more rules.

I found this book riveting because Thalia is a survivor who knows there are monsters out there. She thinks she is all alone until a secret agency finds her and brings her into their institute explains how they understand the mystical world. Adam, rich business man, runs this agency and he has ulterior motives. This conspiracy within a conspiracy plot brimming with betrayal makes this story emotion charged. It is not exactly a hot mess. More like drama after drama due to selfish people who just want power.

The world building is slim. The reader is in the same boat as Thalia, trying to piece information together. Learning about how people become demon possessed is a heartbreak for Adam. Learning how these demons came into the world devastates Thalia. The sins of a father are fierce. Still, learning what Thalia is and what she can do to combat these demons is interesting. This book moves along at a good pace and generates more suspense and questions. By the end of the book, Thalia and Adam understand more what is going on, but they seem to be helpless in their current vulnerable state. The book ends with a good hook for the reader to want to read the next book. Fortunately these books are all written and I can dive into the next two. Recommended for readers who enjoy the TV show Supernatural, with a female lead.